GENERAL NEW RELEASE SPECULATION TOPIC PART II

[burst__of__indigo]

8th tape? is anybody counting?

Looks like that one has way more actual tape in it than the others.

Yea I'm really curious about this one...holy hell

[belchmaster]

PAL format could have slightly better colors / picture quality I think. Not by much though.

[Secone]

PAL format could have slightly better colors / picture quality I think. Not by much though.

Certainly possible, we had another PAL we can compare with but the angle makes it a little unclear if the amount of tape matches up with the newest PAL tape

[Aesthetics]

It’s genuinely great to see the forum come back to life again. The energy, the theories, the deep dives, it feels like something’s been reawakened. TH vibes get me all over again!

Also a warm welcome to all the new members joining us, you’ve picked a pretty special (and slightly surreal) moment to jump in.

And let’s be honest… after all these years of waiting, there’s a decent chance a few extra pairs of glasses and hearing aids have been sold along the way. We’re not getting any younger, but apparently neither is the mystery.

A quiet nod as well to those who kept the hope alive and continued to put that positive energy out here and maybe a renewed sense of possibility for those who had already made peace with the idea that we’d heard the final chapter.


And a special mention to Fredd-E, for the passion, the persistence and for sticking his neck out time and time again to keep people informed, even when it wasn’t always met with kindness. I know it hasn’t always been easy, and it hasn’t always left him unaffected.

And honestly… credit where it’s due. The level of thought, care, and attention that goes into whatever this is.. these strange, shared moments they create... it’s kind of incredible. Not just music, but something that lingers, connects, and leaves an imprint.

I wonder how many lucky bastards around the world will be treated with this amazing gift



Hopefully we can soon close this topic

[zeoevil]

If all this just adds up to a Best of Boards of Canada, I'm going to be so bummed.

[DW]

Guys, this is huge!

I've been a fan since 2006. The first record I listened to was The Campfire Headphase, and I was blown away. That was beyond everything I had ever listened to. I became a member of this forum in 2022. I didn't take part in the ARG back in 2013; I was focusing on something else in my life during that time. I rarely post here, but I check it every day. All I want to say is I'm glad to be part of this, with all of you. Props to Fredd-E for keeping the hope and positivity alive! It must not be an easy task, even more so with all the negativity that I've witnessed. Thank you, Fredd.

Here we go! And I hope all of us can enjoy this moment! especially now, with everything that has been happening in the world.

Cheers from Brazil.

So now there's two of us here! Cheers from Brazil!

[pigammon]

If all this just adds up to a Best of Boards of Canada, I'm going to be so bummed.

No way. Has there ever been a Best Of compilation for any Warp artist?
If you mean the BOCSET, that will still have new music.

[pigammon]

MDG said in 2022 to expect a new album anyway...so it's likely that.

[Davism]

MDG said in 2022 to expect a new album anyway...so it's likely that.

Exactly.

I'm betting a new album plus box set.

[Negamuse]

The BMI songview search, which lists all track titles registered for copyright purposes, has not had any new updates with unknown track titles... yet. That will change on or near release if its a new album, As of just now, it's still sat where it has for a while.

But checking reminded me that a year ago or however long ago it was, the track titles from the old tunes tapes were added. This whole thing with the VHS tapes smells new-album-y to me but it wouldn't be a complete surprise if it did turn out to be the BOCset, what with those old tracks being registered.

Edit: https://repertoire.bmi.com/ if anyone other than me wants to hammer that, daily

[Secone]

MDG said in 2022 to expect a new album anyway...so it's likely that.

Speaking of MDG, anyone tried poking him to get his input? Probably can't/won't have any further information to add but, eh who knows

[ParticleGhost]

More tapes! I'm strapped in for the ride. We can now leave the modern sentiments of ironic detachment behind at the watmm/keyosc train station.

[Goiter Sanchez]

Kinda surprised none are for sale yet on Discogs/eBay etc. Maybe they come with some sort of note that the recipients have been compelled to follow/not show.

[zeoevil]

My train of thought was that the tapes start with gentle imagery (whoever that first lady is) then segue to religious material (self explanatory) and end with transmission towers and antennas just like their discography. I'm just saying.

[Frindia]

anyone see if the other packages have the same send date? the ones I keep seeing are 4.2.26 (2.4.2026)

[DFD21]

I expected the lads to release material on a Fibonacci sequence so it's great to see this. Haven't been this excited since TH was released. I wondered how they were going to top that one, and think they and Warp have done a damn fine job with the VHS release.

[SamuraiDrifter]

anyone see if the other packages have the same send date? the ones I keep seeing are 4.2.26 (2.4.2026)

I got a tape, and mine was also sent April 2. I live in the US.

[Chords of Jahnada]

Twinkle twinkle little star
How I wonder where you are
Wish I may, wish I might
Make this wish come true tonight
Searched all over for a love
You're the one I'm thinkin' of

Twinkle twinkle little star
How I wonder where you are
High above the clouds somewhere
Send me down a love to share

Twinkle twinkle little star
How I wonder where you are
Wish I may, wish I might
Make this wish come true tonight

[Twoist]

Reminding myself that we need to keep a more regular eye on the Hell Interface yt channel. Just because.

[North by North]

Feels like April 2013 again. Fucking finally.